Jim Henson
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Jim Henson (September 24, 1936 - May 16, 1990) was the creator of the Muppets. One of Jim Henson's most famous characters, who he also designed and built, is Kermit the Frog. More of Jim Henson's more famous characters include Ernie, Guy Smiley, Rowlf, Dr. Teeth, The Swedish Chef, Waldorf, Convincing John, & Cantus the Minstrel .Jim Henson preformed on Sesame Street until 1989 which was his last season.At his memorial Caroll Spinney as Big Bird sang It's Not Easy Being Green.The Muppet Christmas Carol was dedicated to Henson and Richard Hunt.
Puppeteer Credits
Sam and Friends - Kermit the Frog, Harry the Hipster, various
Sesame Street - Ernie, Kermit the Frog, Guy Smiley, various
The Muppet Show - Kermit the Frog, Rowlf the Dog, Dr. Teeth, The Swedish Chef, Waldorf, various
